Job description
This job exists to facilitate movement of goods, research materials, specimen, study participants or staff from one point to another as authorised to enhance research activities and smooth running of the study. This individual must be willing to reside in the study area, work long and after-hours
including weekends where necessary.
Requirements:
Academic
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a mean grade D+ from Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC).
Technical:
Suitability Test for Drivers Grade III conducted by the Ministry of Roads and Public Works;
Knowledge of skills required to perform a variety of manual tasks.
Knowledge of relevant legislation-National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) rules.
Computer literacy
Others:
Communication skills
Ability to work under pressure
Interpersonal skills
Problem solving
Valid Driving License
Certificate of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigation Department (CID)
At least four (4) years of experience
Education and Professional training
Valid and clean PSV driving License classes – A, B, C, and E
Basic mechanical or equivalent certification will be an added advantage.
Experience:
A minimum of Four (4) years in a busy institution
Competencies
Good communication skills
Respectful
Flexibility
Good organizational skills
Honesty and reliability
Basic Computer Skills
Responsibilities
To drive site vehicles carefully at all times and ensure safety of the passengers, other road users, and the assigned vehicle;
To transport participants, staff, visitors and deliveries when required
Shipment of study samples to respective laboratories
To ensure high level of professionalism while handling clients
To ensure cleanliness of site vehicles at all times
To perform thorough vehicle inspection before use
Perform minor maintenance of vehicles and reporting all defects
Recording time and mileage logs at all times
To indicate the vehicle fuel and service costs
To ensure all vehicle reports are done and submitted as per scheduled date;
Checking all statutory requirements of all vehicles
Adherence to vehicle maintenance schedules
Proper and prompt reporting of any accident or damage involving site vehicles
To assist in other duties in the office as assigned by the immediate supervisor when not undertaking driving duties
Terms of employment
Employment is a one-year renewable contract with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency and will be guided by the KEMRI HR Career Guidelines manual.
Apply via :
projectpositions@kemri.go.ke
